1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1956 Trabant P 70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 645 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Jensen | Trabant |
| Model | Interceptor | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
